Today I want to share the top foods for your teeth and gums. We’re also going to talk about why these foods are so good to help support your oral health.
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The best vitamins for your teeth and gums:
1. Vitamin
A A vitamin A deficiency can lead to:
- Gingivitis
- Periodontitis
2. Vitamin C
A vitamin C deficiency can lead to:
- Loose teeth
- Bleeding gums
3. Vitamin B1
Vitamin B1 may help with:
• Nerve pain • Toothaches
4. Vitamins D, K2, and F
• Vitamin D supports calcium absorption
• Vitamin K2 transports calcium to the teeth
• Vitamin F helps push calcium into the tissues
Of all of the foods you should avoid for healthy teeth and gums, sugar is at the top of the list. The best foods for your teeth and gums will contain the above vitamins.
The two best foods for your teeth and gums:
1. Grass-fed, organic butter or ghee
2. Cod liver oil or cod liver
Other great foods for your teeth and gums are eggs and leafy greens. Probiotic foods like fermented vegetables are also fantastic for supporting your teeth and gums.
Fermented vegetables contain vitamins C and K2, and they feed your microbiome, which makes B vitamins. You can also get B vitamins from nutritional yeast.
One of the best things you can do for your oral health is to go on the keto diet. For more information on keto and fasting, check out my other articles.
Thanks for reading! I hope this increases your awareness of the two best foods for your teeth and gums. I’ll see you in the next article.
